Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 189 and 182
The least common multiple (LCM) of 189 and 182 is 4914.
What is the Least Common Multiple (LCM)?
The LCM of two integers is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by both numbers. It is often used to find common denominators and solve problems involving periodic events.
Formula for LCM
The LCM of two numbers can be calculated using their GCD:
LCM(a, b) = |a × b| ÷ GCD(a, b)
How to Calculate the LCM of 189 and 182?
First, calculate the GCD of 189 and 182 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 189 ÷ 182 = 1 remainder 7 |
| 2 | 182 ÷ 7 = 26 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 187 and 43 | 8041 |
| 16 and 73 | 1168 |
| 161 and 144 | 23184 |
| 109 and 113 | 12317 |
| 117 and 74 | 8658 |